How many syllables in “goof”?
1
syllable in "goof"
goof
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Word details
Syllables
1
goof
Letters
4
g · o · o · f
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
g2
o1
o1
f4
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About the word “goof”
The word “goof” contains 1 syllable, divided as goof. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goof" have?
"goof" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "goof" into syllables?
"goof" is divided into syllables as: goof.
What is the Scrabble score for "goof"?
The Scrabble score for "goof" is 8 points.
Using “goof” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "goof" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “goof” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.